Communication Strategies
Communicating with a person who has a hearing loss can be stressful for both parties. Even when hearing devices are used, proper communication strategies are essential for maximizing the experience. Try the following tips when communicating with someone who is deaf or hard-of-hearing. Maintain eye contact with the person with hearing loss, facing them directly.…
Hearing Loss and Cognition
Cognitive decline refers to a decrease in one or more cognitive abilities, including memory, awareness, judgment and mental acuity. Researchers have conducted several studies in an attempt to determine whether there is a statistically significant correlation between hearing loss and an increased risk of cognitive decline. Understanding the Possible Correlation A 2013 Health ABC study…
Hearing Loss FAQs
What are the signs of hearing loss? Symptoms of hearing loss include difficulty understanding what others are saying, asking people to repeat themselves, struggling to hear in crowded places, hearing in background noise, the perception that others are mumbling or not speaking clearly, listening to the television or radio at a higher volume than others,…